Counsellor Bachelors

KEY FUNCTION: 

Work as a member of the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT) in providing psychosocial rehabilitation interventions that support individuals with serious mental illness to live more independently in the community. 

REPORTING: 

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Psychosocial Rehabilitation.

DUTIES:

1. Participate in providing activity-based groups, take an active role in supporting clients as they re-enter vocational and educational settings, and support individuals in activities of daily living, self-care and medication adherence.
2. Provide a range of individual and group therapies specific to the complex and ever-changing needs of the individuals referred to the ACTT, including evidence-based treatment for mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and axis 2 disorders.
3. Consult and liaise with appropriate resources to ensure quality care, maintain patient safety, and manage suicidal risk as required.
4. Work collaboratively with all team members to determine, implement, and evaluate support plans.
5. Provide formal and informal teaching to university students and other staff as required.
6. Select and provide guidance to students receiving field instruction, and liaise with related educational institutions.
7. Maintain up-to-date charting/records in compliance with HSN policies and procedures and mandatory reporting requirements and standards.
8. Complete daily statistical information.
9. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
10. Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
11. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
12. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
13. Perform other duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Minimum of a four (4) year Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or other mental health related field, from an accredited University.
2. Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. 
3. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is required.
4. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

1. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in providing community mental health services to those with serious mental illness.
2. Experience in providing psychosocial rehabilitation interventions to individuals and groups.
3. Experience supporting individuals with serious mental illness return to employment and/or vocational activities is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated knowledge of rehabilitation and recovery principles.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and supports.
3. Demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation.
4. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
5. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
6. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software, e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook and patient information systems.
7. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
8. Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize and prioritize as required
9. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
10. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: 

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
2. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
3. Successful criminal reference check is required for vulnerable sector.
4. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
5. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
6. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
7. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
8. Ability to travel between local sites. 

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.